Michael Hall

Three adventurous cats named Lillian, Tilly, and William J. are ready for a relaxing afternoon of snacking and reading. But words have a funny way of escaping when you least expect it! You will join these inquisitive felines as they bound through the pages to chase down fleeing phrases, tricky homophones, and silly homonyms. From spotting ewes in a field to using a cardboard box to box fleas, every turn of the page brings a surprising twist to their tongue-twisting journey. The playful rhythm and clever word puzzles will challenge you to keep up with the action. Grab a comfortable seat and get ready to jump right into the middle of this wildly funny reading adventure where the words themselves are on the run.

A curious monkey spots something bright, colorful, and very tasty looking hanging high up in the minute tree. Those are minutes, and they are ticking away fast! You will swing through the vibrant rainforest alongside this silly monkey as he tries his best to catch just one minute before it disappears forever. The jungle is packed with engaging animals and surprising hidden details waiting for you to spot on every single page. As the monkey continues his hilarious chase, you will discover exactly how time passes and how we measure it. The catchy, rhythmic text makes it incredibly fun to read out loud together. Get ready to explore the rainforest, practice your counting skills, and see if this determined monkey can finally grab a minute of his own.

A magnificent tree stands tall as the warm days of summer slowly fade into the crisp air of autumn. You will watch this single beautiful tree transform as the busy world passes by its sturdy trunk. People bundle up for the chill, vehicles zoom past, and animals scramble to prepare for the coming winter snow. High up in the branches, you will meet a pair of busy squirrels gathering acorns and making a cozy home. Every page introduces clever compound words that celebrate the season, like thankFALL and plentiFALL. As the leaves change colors and gently drop to the ground, you will learn fascinating facts about how saplings grow and how woodland creatures survive the cold. Wrap yourself in a warm sweater and step into this peaceful celebration of autumn.

The costumes are beautifully made, the actors are perfectly cast, and the pages are completely set for the thrilling stage production of Frankencrayon. But disaster suddenly strikes the production! A giant, hideous scribble has appeared right in the middle of the page, and the story absolutely cannot go on. You will watch the panicked crayons scramble to erase the horrifying mess, but nothing they do seems to work. The entire picture book faces immediate cancellation unless someone can come up with a brilliant plan. Just when all hope seems lost, the crayons playing the title role of Frankencrayon step up to save the day. You will go behind the scenes to see how creativity and teamwork can turn a terrible scribble into an unexpected masterpiece. Discover the magic of seeing art in the most surprising places.

Your heart can feel incredibly hopeful, completely silly, or wildly happy all in the same day. Sometimes your heart might feel a little lonely, rugged, or even as angry as a bear. You will explore a colorful menagerie of feelings where every single emotion transforms into a vibrant animal made entirely out of bright heart shapes. From an owl that is quiet and thoughtful to a beaver bursting with eager energy, each animal captures exactly how it feels to experience those big emotions. The bold and clever artwork will inspire you to look closely and spot the hidden hearts creating each creature. You will discover that no matter what you are feeling inside, there is always a perfectly shaped animal friend to share it with.

Recess has finally started, and four bold letters are racing straight for the playground to claim the best swings. But when O, V, E, and L arrive, the teasing begins immediately. One letter is told it is too round, another is teased for being from the wrong end of the alphabet, and the vowel is completely left out of the fun. You will watch these unlikely companions navigate their frustrating differences while trying to share the playground. It takes a surprising act of kindness and the pure joy of soaring high into the sky to change their minds. As they glide together on the heavenly swing set, you will discover the wonderful word they spell when they finally land back on the ground. Jump on the swing and see how differences can create the perfect friendship.

A bright and shiny crayon wears a red label that tells the whole world exactly who he is. There is only one big problem: everything he draws comes out completely blue! You will watch his well-meaning teacher try to help him draw red strawberries, while his mother sets up a playdate with a yellow crayon to mix a nice orange. Even the scissors try to fix him by snipping his tight label so he can breathe. Nothing works, and the poor crayon feels absolutely miserable trying to be something he is not. Just when he wants to give up, a brand new friend arrives with a fresh perspective and asks him to draw an ocean. You will discover how wonderful it feels when you finally find the courage to share your true colors with the world.

Step into the vibrant and colorful world of acclaimed creator Michael Hall with this exciting new picture book. You will follow the daily adventures of a tiny, curious house mouse as it explores its surroundings. Known for his bold, graphic artwork and clever storytelling, Hall delivers another engaging visual experience perfectly crafted for young readers. While the specific details of this little mouse's journey are still a closely guarded secret, you can expect plenty of surprises, playful themes, and a heartwarming conclusion. Get ready to look closely at every page and discover what makes this particular house mouse so special. Prepare your imagination for a delightful new story that will capture your attention from the very first page to the last.

Badger is overwhelmed by a deep personal loss, and his big emotions are completely spilling out of control. Instead of asking for help, you will watch as he goes looking for trouble and takes his sadness out on his very best friends. He trips Frog, shoves Moose, kicks Elephant, and even pokes Bear with a sharp shovel! When Bear gathers the group to teach Badger a lesson, you might expect them to push back. Instead, they surprise everyone by offering Badger exactly what he needs most: incredible kindness and gentle understanding. You will learn how powerful empathy can be as these friends soothe Badger's raw feelings. Filled with inventive wordplay and striking cut-paper collages, this action-packed story shows you how to handle big emotions and how to be a true friend when times get tough.

Little i has always had a perfect dot sitting right on top of his head. But everything changes when that important dot suddenly falls off, rolls right down a steep hill, tumbles over a jagged cliff, and splashes deep into the sea! You will join this brave little letter as he sets out on an epic rescue mission to get his missing dot back. Along the way, you will explore a playful world filled with the alphabet, tricky spelling challenges, and surprising punctuation marks. This suspenseful quest tests Little i's courage and shows him what he is truly capable of achieving. As he travels farther from home, you will discover a heartwarming story about building self-confidence, finding where you belong, and the wonderful adventure of growing up.

Five busy carpenter ants are resting safely inside their cozy tree stump when they suddenly hear a strange noise. One terrified ant is absolutely convinced that a hungry aardvark is lurking just outside, waiting to gobble them up! To find out the truth, another brave ant drills a tiny hole in the stump to peek outside. When a bright orange light floods into their dark home, the ants are sure it must be an orange aardvark. You will turn the suspenseful, die-cut pages to help these curious insects figure out exactly what is hiding in the light. With every new hole they drill, another brilliant color appears to solve the mystery. Get ready for a hilarious adventure that will introduce you to a beautiful rainbow of colors and a spectacular surprise ending.

Meet a perfectly happy square! It loves being just as it is, smooth and even. But what happens when the square isn't so perfect anymore? What if it gets torn into pieces, punched with holes, or even crumpled up? Don't worry! This amazing square shows us that even when things change, you can still find wonderful new ways to be. Watch as it transforms from a simple square into a flowing fountain, a towering mountain, or even a cozy bridge. Each time it changes, it discovers it can be something new and beautiful, and still perfectly happy. This colorful story will inspire your imagination and show you that change can be an exciting adventure, full of creative possibilities!